The Foundation awards $500,000 in grants each year for law-related projects that benefit the people of Victoria.

The Foundation offers a wide range of expertise to support grant applicants and recipients to ensure the success of each project.  Resources available include expertise in publications, education and communications.

Grants are awarded with reference to the Foundation’s statutory functions and guiding principles. See: Grants criteria

General Grants

The Foundation’s flagship program, the general grants program, is for projects with budgets over $5,000 (exc GST).  Grants can be applied for in two rounds per year. The period of the grant is by agreement with the Foundation, though most projects are completed within 3 years. See:  General grants 

Small Grants

Small grants are for projects with budgets under $5000 (exc GST). Grants can be applied for at any time throughout the year. Most projects within this program are completed within a 12 month period from the time the grant is awarded. See: Small grants